Prenatal and Postpartum Belly Dance (January Prenatal Belly Dance Workout )

Belly Dance basics, modified for the pregnant mom are the focus of this class. We will learn a basic vocabulary of traditional belly dance movements along with exercises that will help to prepare your body to support a healthy pregnancy as well as improving overall reproductive system health. Each class will include a cardio-fitness segment and mind/body techniques, as well as special strength and flexibility exercises that can help ease the discomforts of pregnancy and birth, and improve the overall health of mother and baby. We will practice these techniques on a weekly basis with other moms to be in a supportive group environment. It is also a great way to ease back into your regular workout routine postpartum, and will help you get "your body back" faster. This class is also suitable for anyone who would like to better understand the interactions of Belly Dance with pregnancy, labor, & recovery such as belly dance teachers, women's care providers, and those who may be planning a pregnancy in the future.